Riverside Luxury Cruises Opens Reservations for 2027 Season, Expands 2026 Theme Cruise Options
by Dori Saltzman
Photo: Ming Tappin
Riverside Luxury Cruises has opened reservations for its 2027 sailing season. Highlights include early spring departures, and itineraries ranging from as short as three nights to as long as 23.
The line has also added an array of expert-led theme cruises to the 2026 sailing schedule focusing on culinary, active pursuits, and local celebrations.
What’s New for 2027
The Riverside Mozart will introduce new routing on the Danube in 2027, including options sailing roundtrip from Vienna. New 14-night itineraries allow travelers to explore the Upper Danube without repeating a single port and offer flexible embarkation options for a more customized experience.
In addition, Riverside Mozart will again sail the Lower Danube in 2027.
On the Rhine River, Riverside Debussy will continue to sail through the Netherlands and Belgium in spring 2027. During summer, Debussy will operate the classic Amsterdam–Basel route, including new four- and five-night sailings ideal for pairing with land tours.
In France, Riverside Ravel will offer a new highlight to its Rhône itineraries—an evening sailing through the Rhône Delta south of Arles, where the river flows into the Mediterranean Sea. This UNESCO-designated biosphere reserve is home to flocks of pink flamingos, free-roaming white horses, and black bulls. In the months of July through September when water levels are more stable, Ravel will add the Saône River to the schedule.
New Theme Sailings in 2026
New additions to the 2026 calendar include:
- Six-night Pearls of the Danube Golf Cruise (July 23-29), bringing guests to championship courses in five cities, including Hungary’s oldest golf course and several of Europe’s top-ranked venues. Personalized guidance from an onboard golf pro will be complemented by enrichment talks and swing sessions.
- Seven-night Hops & Heritage: Cruising through Centuries of Brewing Craftmanship (July 29-Aug. 5) on the Rhine River, curated and hosted by beer sommelier James Kellow. Guests will enjoy regional brews paired with gourmet dining, and more.
- The eight-night Destination Danube: Hungary National Day & Scenic Wachau Valley (August) coincides with Hungary’s National Day celebrations, when parades, folk traditions, fireworks, and regional cuisine fill Budapest.
